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Alabama HVAC Contractor License

An Alabama HVAC Contractor requires 4 continuing-education hours every 1 year, a $220 state renewal fee, and a $15,000 license bond. Alabama currently enforces the 2021 IMC. Requirements, approved courses, bond and renewal steps for 2026.

At a glance AL · IMC/UMC
CE hours
4 / 1-yr
Renewal fee
$220
Bond
$15,000
Code
2021 IMC

Source: HACR · compiled 2026-05-23

Need your 4 CE hours? RedVector (Vector Solutions) carries the largest approved-course catalog for Alabama.

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Continuing education

Hours required
4
Renewal cycle
1 yr
Provider approval
Required
Subject breakdown
  • Board-approved HVAC topics

CE courses for Alabama hvac contractors

HVAC Contractor continuing-education providers offering courses for Alabama. Confirm a provider appears on HACR’s approved-provider list before you buy.

Affiliate disclosure: the links below are affiliate links — clicking may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Our editor’s pick is the provider with the largest continuing-education catalog among those approved for your state; the rest are listed alphabetically. Affiliate status doesn’t change which providers appear or their order.

Editor's pick largest approved catalog for AL

RedVector (Vector Solutions)

Broad catalog across all four trades

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360training

Low-cost electrical & HVAC CE in a few states

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All Star Training

State-approved trades CE with real per-trade coverage

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Bond & insurance

Contractor bond
$15,000

Bond required. Annual premiums typically run $100–$2,000 depending on credit and bond amount.

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Insurance
Not specified

No statewide insurance minimum confirmed for this tier.

Reciprocity

Alabama may offer reciprocity or an endorsement path involving the following states for this license. Reciprocity is often one-directional and tier-specific — and an exam, application, or fee may still be required — so confirm the exact path with the board before relying on it.

South CarolinaTennesseeMississippiLouisianaWest Virginia

Need the reverse direction? Try the reciprocity map.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Check your renewal deadline

    Log in to the HACR portal and confirm your expiration date and license number before doing anything else.

  2. 2

    Complete continuing education

    Complete your 4 required CE hours every 1 year with a board-approved provider (provider approval is required in this state). Keep your completion certificates.

  3. 3

    Gather bond & insurance proof

    Have current proof of your license bond ready to upload.

  4. 4

    Submit and pay

    Submit the renewal through the HACR portal and pay the $220 fee. Renewing online is faster than mailing a paper form.

  5. 5

    Save your confirmation

    Download the confirmation and your updated license. If you missed the deadline, look for the late/reinstatement path rather than re-applying from scratch.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need for Alabama HVAC Contractor renewal?
4 hours every 1 year. Subjects: Board-approved HVAC topics.
What does Alabama HVAC Contractor renewal cost?
The state filing fee is $220. Approved CE courses are an additional cost that varies by provider (commonly around $15–$100).
Does Alabama accept reciprocity for this license?
Alabama may offer reciprocity or an endorsement path involving: SC, TN, MS, LA, WV. Reciprocity is often one-directional and tier-specific, and an exam or application may still be required — confirm the exact path with the board.
Which code is Alabama currently enforcing?
Alabama is currently on the 2021 IMC. Make sure your CE courses cover the current code year.
Does Alabama require a bond for this license?
Yes. Alabama requires a $15,000 license bond at this tier. Annual premiums typically run a few percent of the bond amount depending on your credit.

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